Maria Rypan is an international designer and instruction book publisher recognized for her Ukrainian style of beadwork and interest in global folk arts. www.rypandesigns.com
Yes! You Too Can Bead!
Welcome to the world of beading! Great visuals illustrate all there is to know about the plethora of beads, metals, stringing materials, beading wires, wire gauges, tools and findings available in the world of beading. Gain confidence to discover or perfect your own beading style!
Vancouver Room – Fri 9:30
Beadwork: The Finishing Touch
Learn how to finish your beadwork like a professional. There are many clasps, stringing materials, crimps and bead tips from which to choose. Maria shares tips and tricks for finishing off your beadwork project. See how to add a new thread, crimping tips and more.
Vancouver Room – Fri 12:30 . Sat 2:30
Beader’s Paint Box
How do you get your beadwork to pop? Maria shares a little bit of colour theory with lots of examples to show how to place bead colours, finishes and metallics against each other. It’s easy and will soon become intuitive!
Vancouver Room – Sat 11:30